TL;DR
Charging network activation is the process of registering a newly installed EV charger with its manufacturer's cloud platform or a third-party network so smart features go live. It typically involves connecting the unit to Wi-Fi or cellular service, pairing it to an owner account, and enabling scheduling, energy tracking, and remote diagnostics.
What it means
Charging network activation is the process of registering a newly installed EV charger with its manufacturer's cloud platform or a third-party network so smart features go live. It typically involves connecting the unit to Wi-Fi or cellular service, pairing it to an owner account, and enabling scheduling, energy tracking, and remote diagnostics. Many utility rebates and time-of-use programs require a networked charger, so this step often appears as a line item at the end of an installation.
Where it sits in the glossary
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Why Ohio homeowners should know it
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